Carmel Chief to Resign as City Searches for Replacement

Carmel Fire Chief Stepping Down for New Role with Indiana DHS

CARMEL, Ind. — Carmel Fire Department Chief Joel Thacker is stepping down after two years with the department. Thacker has been named the director of the newly established Office of Cybersecurity within the Indiana Department of Homeland Security. His last day with CFD will be Oct. 23. “Chief Thacker has provided dedication and leadership to […]

Carmel chief to resign as city searches for replacement

INDIANAPOLIS — Carmel Fire Department Chief Joel Thacker is stepping down next month, and the city has initiated a search for his replacement. Thacker’s last day is Friday, Oct. 23. Deputy Chief Lucas Ray will step in as interim chief while the search is underway. “Chief Thacker has provided dedication and leadership to our fire […]

Carmel Fire Chief Joel Thacker to depart

Carmel Fire Department Chief Joel Thacker will depart from his position effective Friday, Oct. 23, with Deputy Chief Lucas Ray stepping in as interim chief. Finkam Thacker “Chief Thacker has provided dedication and leadership to our fire department and the entire Carmel community,” Mayor Sue Finkam said. “I am grateful for his service, particularly his effort in securing vital equipment and technology upgrades and leading local flood recovery re…

Carmel Fire Chief Joel Thacker Resigns for State Role

Carmel Fire Chief Joel Thacker will step down next month to lead Indiana's new Office of Cybersecurity, with Lucas Ray named interim chief.